The past is the present

A WORKING MODEL FOR WE THE PEOPLE

In 2006, 116 of the world's boldest voices gathered around one table to face the questions we're all still asking. They left a seat open for whoever comes next.

That work begins now.

Enter the archive 116 voices, 100 questions Step into Bebelplatz The 2006 square, in 3D
90 SecondsIntroduce: 2026 Table of Free Voices
2006
The first table

A small model.A global reach.

On September 9, 2006, 0 of the world's most compelling thinkers, artists, writers, scientists, social entrepreneurs, philosophers and humanitarians from 0 countries come together in Berlin Germany.

Seated around the worlds largest table in historic Bebelplatz square, these inspiring individuals, renowned for their lasting creative or social contribution, engaged with 0 questions out of 0 questions donated by international public.

2026
The table today

A Living Archive.A Worldwide Platform.

On September 9, 2026, the new table opened. The seat is still open, where anyone can donate their question, share their experience, and listen across difference.

Every voice offered at the table builds a living public archive, connecting the 11,151 responses gathered in 2006 to what we hear today, so what we hold in common can shape how we live together.

September 9, 2026 the archive is open

Twenty years later, the table is set again.

Come be part of it. Two ways in, both open.

Everything they said Search the living archive Your voice at the table Respond or ask a question
Interactive table
Voices in motion
116 participants
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Rodrigo Baggio
Social Entrepreneur, Digital Inclusion Activist
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What they came to say
20
Years later
The conversation continues.
2006Berlin, Germany
2026Worldwide
Launched September 9, 2026
100 Questions · 67 Countries · 11,151 Responses · 20+ Languages